If your Whirlpool dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Whirlpool and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Whirlpool. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Whirlpool dryers and other brands.
Who Works on Whirlpool Dryers Near Hapeville
Within 30 miles of Hapeville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Atlanta (30), Forest Park (2), and Riverdale (2). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Arbor Appliance Repair Services is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Hapeville. No company within 30 miles of Hapeville names Whirlpool in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hapeville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 1.2, 1.2 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
| Mention Whirlpool | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
At the top of the Hapeville list: Whirlpool (54.7 miles away, based in Cedartown, 3.4 stars from 5 reviews); A Plus Appliance Solutions (7.3 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.8 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Morrow, 4.2 stars from 608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); City Boys R Us Div. 954 Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.3 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Whirlpool Dryer Features Technicians Work On
How Whirlpool Dryers Are Built
Whirlpool says many dryers perform best with a total equivalent vent length under 35 feet of rigid or semi-rigid metal duct, with each 90-degree elbow adding resistance. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Dryer is not Drying or Experiencing Long Dry Times
Clicking from the gas valve on a gas dryer is a normal operating sound. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
Whirlpool Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- Dryer takes too long to dry. Clean the lint screen, check that the vent is metal, short and unkinked with a free-moving outside flap, and avoid overloading. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Dryer is not Drying or Experiencing Long Dry Times
- Dryer won't start. Press and hold Start for a few seconds, confirm the door is fully latched and Controls Locked is off, and check the household fuses or breakers. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Dryer Not Starting or No Operation
Whirlpool Dryer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| AF / F4E3 | Restricted airflow from a clogged lint screen or a blocked, crushed or overly bent vent. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers |
| F# E# (alternating) | The control has detected a fault that needs a service technician. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers |
| PF | A power failure interrupted the cycle; press and hold Start to resume. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Error Codes in Dryers |
Whirlpool Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Care Whirlpool Recommends for Its Dryers
- Clean the outside exhaust venting every one to two years, or sooner if drying slows, and make sure the exterior hood flap opens freely. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Dryer is not Drying or Experiencing Long Dry Times
- Keep the dryer level with all four legs on the floor to prevent pounding noises. Source: Whirlpool Product Help - Sounds or Noises in a Dryer
Brand guides: Whirlpool Dryer Not Heating: What to Check.
Whirlpool Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Whirlpool dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Local Notes for Hapeville
Most dryer calls in Hapeville come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
In Georgia, you can check a license with the Georgia Secretary of State Licensing Division License Lookup or report a problem to the Georgia Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Hapeville
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Whirlpool Dryer Repair FAQs: Hapeville, GA
What makes a dryer stop heating?
What should I do about a Whirlpool error code?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Write down any error code your Whirlpool dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Hapeville technician bring the right parts.